Frances McDormand (Cynthia Ann Smith, Gibson City, 23 June 1957).

Frances McDormand is an American actress known for her extraordinary performances and authenticity on screen.

Film Career. Frances McDormand is a cinematic icon, renowned for her remarkable versatility and authenticity in every role. She has portrayed memorable characters in a series of award-winning films.

Education and Training. McDormand studied acting at Yale School of Drama and continued to refine her skills in New York.

Early Career. She began her career in the theater before making her cinematic debut. She gained fame with her role in the film "Fargo" (1996), directed by the Coen brothers.

Personal Life. McDormand is married to director Joel Coen, and they have adopted a son. The couple has collaborated on several film projects.

Interests and Hobbies. In addition to acting, McDormand is passionate about theater and has continued to perform in stage productions. She also has a strong inclination for political activism.

Important Films:

"Fargo" (1996): McDormand portrays the character of Marge Gunderson, a pregnant investigator. The film is known for its unique blend of black comedy and crime drama and earned Frances McDormand an Academy Award.

"Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" (2017): McDormand is Mildred Hayes, a determined mother seeking justice for her daughter's death. Her performance earned her a second Academy Award.

"Nomadland" (2020): In the film, McDormand is Fern, a woman living a nomadic life amid rural America. She won her third Academy Award for this portrayal.

"Almost Famous" (2000): McDormand plays Elaine Miller, the mother of a young music journalist. The film is an ode to music and the youth of the 1970s.

McDormand is known for her versatility and her ability to portray complex and multifaceted characters. Her acting is characterized by a strong sense of truth and authenticity.

Filmography

1984 - "Blood Simple" (Joel Coen)

1987 - "Raising Arizona" (Joel Coen)

1988 - "Mississippi Burning" (Alan Parker)

1990 - "Hidden Agenda" (Ken Loach)

1990 - "Miller's Crossing" (Joel Coen)

1991 - "Barton Fink" (Joel Coen)

1992 - "The Butcher's Wife" (Terry Hughes)

1993 - "Short Cuts" (Robert Altman)

1995 - "Beyond Rangoon" (John Boorman)

1995 - "Palookaville" (Alan Taylor)

1996 - "Fargo" (Joel Coen)

1996 - "Lone Star" (John Sayles)

1996 - "Primal Fear" (Gregory Hoblit)

1997 - "Paradise Road" (Bruce Beresford)

1998 - "Madeline" (Daisy von Scherler Mayer)

2000 - "Wonder Boys" (Curtis Hanson)

2000 - "Almost Famous" (Cameron Crowe)

2001 - "The Man Who Wasn't There" (Joel Coen)

2002 - "Laurel Canyon" (Lisa Cholodenko)

2005 - "North Country" (Niki Caro)

2005 - "Aeon Flux" (Karyn Kusama)

2006 - "Friends with Money" (Nicole Holofcener)

2008 - "Burn After Reading" (Joel Coen, Ethan Coen)

2008 - "Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day" (Bharat Nalluri)

2011 - "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" (Michael Bay)

2012 - "Moonrise Kingdom" (Wes Anderson)

2012 - "Promised Land" (Gus Van Sant)

2014 - "The Homesman" (Tommy Lee Jones)

2015 - "Hail, Caesar!" (Joel Coen, Ethan Coen)

2017 - "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" (Martin McDonagh)

2020 - "Nomadland" (Chloé Zhao)

Awards

Academy Awards (Oscars):

• Best Actress: Won for "Fargo" (1996), "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" (2017), and "Nomadland" (2020).

She has received other nominations for her roles in various films.

Golden Globe Awards:

• Won Golden Globes for "Fargo," "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri," and "Nomadland".

She has received additional nominations for her roles.

BAFTA Awards:

Received nominations and won for her roles in various films.

Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAG):

Won and received nominations for her performances.

Tony Awards:

Won the Tony Award for her theatrical performance in "Good People" (2011).